Title: Unique Dog Friendly Lower Tahoe Donner Cabin, Minutes to Truckee, Great for Families - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Unique Dog Friendly Lower Tahoe Donner Cabin, Minutes to Truckee, Great for Families Lakefront cabin with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Unique Dog Friendly Lower Tahoe Donner Cabin, Minutes to Truckee, Great for Families ![Smart TV, stereo - Unique Dog Friendly Lower Tahoe Donner Cabin, Minutes to Truckee, Great for Families (Truckee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119760000/119751400/119751308/25c31576.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, stereo - Unique Dog Friendly Lower Tahoe Donner Cabin, Minutes to Truckee, Great for Families (Truckee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119760000/119751400/119751308/bda8f86d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Unique Dog Friendly Lower Tahoe Donner Cabin, Minutes to Truckee, Great for Families (Truckee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119760000/119751400/119751308/72fb12a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, stereo - Unique Dog Friendly Lower Tahoe Donner Cabin, Minutes to Truckee, Great for Families (Truckee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119760000/119751400/119751308/78dff8a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - Unique Dog Friendly Lower Tahoe Donner Cabin, Minutes to Truckee, Great for Families (Truckee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119760000/119751400/119751308/aa5a8c6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Golfing on site, babysitting service, and a hot tub are just a few of the amenities provided at Unique Dog Friendly Lower Tahoe Donner Cabin, Minutes to Truckee, Great for Families. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1466 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Unique Dog Friendly Lower Tahoe Donner Cabin, Minutes to Truckee, Great for Families Welcome to Lausanne Livin'! Located in the lower half of Tahoe Donner, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath cabin is perfectly situated for all of your Tahoe adventures. Enjoy close proximity to Northstar and Palisades Tahoe for epic skiing, and a short drive to Donner Lake and Lake Tahoe for all your summer adventures! Enter the home by traveling up stairs to the front door, where just inside you'll find a mud room with seating, that opens into the main living area. The main living area offers hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, and a spacious leather couch perfect for relaxing with the whole family. In the living room you'll find a TV equipped with a fire stick, perfect for streaming your favorite shows. A beautiful wood stove is at the heart of the space and is perfect for chilly mountain nights. Enjoy dining for six around the table and a breakfast bar that seats four. The kitchen offers ample prep space on eclectic green tile. Step onto the balcony that boasts a gas grill and outdoor dining for six. Two bedrooms are located on the main floor, one with queen sized comforts and another that offers two sets of bunk beds. The shared bathroom on the main floor offers a tub/shower combo. Rounding out the first floor is a dedicated laundry room with a mini-fridge for all your beverage needs. Travel up the stairs and past the unique mask collection to the second floor landing. Here you will find a comfortable pull out couch that sleeps two. Enter the primary suite with queen sized comforts, a private balcony, and ample clothing storage. The private ensuite bath includes a tub/shower combo. The garage includes one parking space and additional room for storage. Tahoe Donner is a premier mountain community near Truckee and Donner Lake, offering over 6,000 homes on 7,000 acres with diverse property options and first-rate amenities. Guests enjoy easy access to I-80, reduced Bay Area travel time, and exclusive privileges to pools, hot tubs, fitness centers, tennis courts, golf, a ski resort, and a private beach on Donner Lake. The area offers year-round outdoor activities, ranging from skiing and snow play in winter to golf, hiking, and water sports in summer, along with acclaimed dining at The Lodge Restaurant & Pub and other local eateries. Six guest cards per rental grant access to all amenities for a daily fee, with children two years old and under admitted free of charge. Tahoe Donner is minutes from historic Downtown Truckee and major ski resorts, making it the ideal family getaway for relaxation, adventure, and unparalleled value in North Lake Tahoe. Please note: amenity access may require seasonal fees; some amenities may be unavailable during renovations. For more information, please visit the Tahoe Donner website. \*New in 2026: Daily fee amenities are not available to short-term rental guests during holiday blackout dates. The blackout dates are listed below: Jan 17-19 (MLK Day) Feb 14-16 (President's Day) May 23-25 (Memorial Day) July 1-5 (July 4th) Sept 5-7 (Labor Day) Nov 26-29 (Thanksgiving Day) Dec 24-Jan 3, 2027 (Christmas/New Year's holiday) We look forward to hosting you at Lausanne Livin' on your next Tahoe adventure! This home does not have AC. To keep the property cool, open the windows and sliders at night to let cool air in, then close the windows, doors and blinds when you leave for the day. RCN: 019068, Parking spaces: 3 Please remember that living in the mountains and staying in a private home means that there are some things we cannot control. For example, weather and harsh conditions have knocked out Wifi and the power before. While these instances are rare, we please ask that you are patient as these are things that we unfortunately cannot control. While we will try to accommodate all requests, we handle refunds for situations like this (power outages, appliances breaking, etc.) on a case by case basis. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Hot tub - Massage ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Coin laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - On a lake ### Things to do - Golf - Heated pool - Optional golf privileges - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Housekeeping (on request) - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 1,466 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121120000/121114500/121114415/df3bf4a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Lux Cabin with Stunning Views, Spa, Large Kitchen and Dining, Fireplace Carnelian Bay - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=121114415&PinnedHotelID=121114415&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120750000/120748400/120748336/2401b153.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Classic Cabin in the Pines by Tahoe Getaways - Walk to Lake, Pet-Friendly 3 BR w/ Yard & Hot Tub! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 019068 ### Property is also known as 986087 ## About the area Located in Truckee, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Donner Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tahoe Donner Tennis Center or North Tahoe Regional Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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